The Science Behind Double Pane Efficiency
Windows play a crucial role in regulating indoor temperatures and ensuring indoor comfort. Increasingly, property owners opt for double-pane windows, also known as Double Glazing Units or IGUs. These windows are popular because they offer enhanced energy efficiency and insulation. Double Pane Technology Double-pane windows consist of two glass panes separated by a spacer filled with air or gas. The space is between a quarter and half an inch. Krypton or argon is used to fill the gap. The space is an insulating barrier, significantly reducing heat transfer from one side to the other. Argon gas reduces thermal transfer 34% more effectively than air. Heat conduction is a natural process where heat moves from warmer to cooler areas. In single-pane windows, heat from the inside easily moves to the colder outside. The result is heat loss during winter and heat gain during summer. Double-pane windows maintain a more consistent indoor temperature. They disrupt ...